Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:41 PM
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — July 15
local timeNew Moon (1% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: James River
| Location | Texas |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | James River |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 30.565500, -99.330000 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Mason County |
James River is a public boat launch providing access to James River in Texas at coordinates 30.56550, -99.33000. Data published by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TX TPWD).
James River is a public boat launch on James River in Mason County, Texas. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 5 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About James River
Is James River free to use?
Yes, James River is a public boat launch with free access in Texas.
What water does James River access?
James River provides boat launch access to James River in Texas.
How do I get to James River?
James River is located at coordinates 30.565500, -99.330000 in Texas. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
5 additional boat launches are located within 14.7 mi of James River, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.